Senior Auditor - Financial Services

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Professional growth

On-site in Kimberley

Team collaboration

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Auditor to join an internal audit team in Kimberley, South Africa. You will plan and execute financial, operational, and compliance audits within the banking and finance sector.

You will evaluate internal controls, assess risk, report findings to senior management, and suggest improvements. The role offers opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative, on-site environment in Kimberley with a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CIA, CA(SA), or CISA certification is desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years in internal or external auditing, preferably in banking/finance.
• Strong understanding of auditing principles, risk assessment, and COSO.

Responsibilities

• Plan, lead, and execute internal audits across financial, operational, and compliance areas.
• Assess the adequacy of internal controls and identify risks and control weaknesses.
• Develop detailed audit programs and testing procedures.
• Document audit findings, prepare comprehensive audit reports, and present to senior management.
• Recommend practical solutions to address audit findings and improve processes.
• Follow up on implementation of agreed-upon action plans by management.
• Stay current with audit standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.

Skills

Auditing

Risk assessment

COSO familiarity

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Audit software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Auditor to join their internal audit team in Kimberley . This role is pivotal in evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management processes, and governance across the organization within the banking and finance sector. You will be responsible for planning and executing financial, operational, and compliance audits, reporting findings, and recommending improvements. This is a key opportunity for a skilled auditor to contribute to the operational integrity and risk mitigation efforts of the company in Kimberley .

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, lead, and execute internal audits across various departments, including financial, operational, and compliance areas.
• Assess the adequacy of internal controls and identify potential risks and control weaknesses.
• Develop detailed audit programs and testing procedures.
• Document audit findings, prepare comprehensive audit reports, and present them to senior management.
• Recommend practical and effective solutions to address audit findings and improve processes.
• Follow up on the implementation of agreed-upon action plans by management.
• Stay current with audit standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as CIA, CA(SA), or CISA is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in internal or external auditing, preferably within the banking and finance industry.
• Strong understanding of auditing principles, risk assessment methodologies, and internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO).
• Proficiency in data analysis and audit software.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong report writing and communication abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• On-site work environment fostering team collaboration in Kimberley .
• Significant role in ensuring the financial health and security of the organization.